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07-1247
| A | | Building Report September 2007. | Communication | Subject: Monthly Building Report September 2007. | Received and Filed | |
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07-1249
| A | | Downtown Business Improvement District (BID No. 1) | Communication | Subject: Communication transmitting the 2008 operating plan and assessments for the downtown business improvement district (BID No. 1).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Approval of the 2008 Operating Plan and proposed special assessments for Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Racine.
Fiscal Note: It is estimated $204,466 will be raised through B.I.D. assessments to be placed into the Downtown B.I.D.'s revenue account. | Referred | |
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07-1251
| A | | 2008 operating & assessments for the West Racine (BID No. 2) | Communication | Subject: Communication transmitting the 2008 operating plan and assessments for the West Racine business improvement district (BID No. 2).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Approval of the 2008 Operating Plan and proposed special assessments for Business Improvement District No. 2, West Racine.
Fiscal Note: It is estimated $21,250 will be raised through B.I.D. assessments to be placed into the West Racine B.I.D.'s revenue account. | Referred | |
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07-1263
| A | | Mayor Becker requesting to discuss the non-rep employee bumping rights. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the non-rep employee bumping rights.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: The item be deferred to continue discussion with the Mayor and that all department heads and non-represented employees be informed of the next meeting.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 1-21-08: The item be deferred to receive consolidated feedback from the administrative managers.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 02-11-08: The City of Racine's policy and procedures relating to A10 lay-off bumping recall procedures for non-reps be amended and approved as presented.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1264
| A | | 2008 Consolidated Contract #15835 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for grant funding from the Department of Health and Family Services for Consolidated Contract #15835. (Grant Control #2007-046)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for funding in an amount up to $265,000 with the State of Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services, Grant Control No. 2007-046, to be utilized for Consolidated Contract # 15835.
Fiscal Note: $61,837 soft match required from Maternal Child Healthcare. | Referred | |
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07-1265
| A | | 2008 Tobacco Prevention and Control | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the Department of Health and Family Services for Tobacco Prevention and Control (#15984). (Grant Control #2007-047)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for $880 grant with the Department of Health and Family Services to be utilized for Tobacco Prevention and Control, Grant Control No. 2007-047.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-1266
| A | | 2008 Refugee Screening and Education | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Division of Employment and Training on behalf of the Department of Workforce Development for refugee screening and education. (Grant Control #2007-048)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $20,250 agreement with the Division of Employment and Training on behalf of the Department of Workforce Development to be utilized for screening and education for eligible refugees.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-1269
| A | | claim of Leilani Bento | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Leilani Bento for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Claim of Leilani Bento, 5224 Spring Street, requesting reimbursement of $967.41 for auto repairs be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1270
| A | | claim of Ace Stamping & Machine Co., Inc. | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Ace Stamping & Machine Co, Inc. for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Claim of Ace Stamping & Machine Co, Inc., 2801 South Memorial Drive, requesting reimbursement of $1,813.22 for auto repairs be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1271
| A | | claim of Becky & Damion Knudtson | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Becky & Damion Knudtson for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Claim of Becky and Damion Knudtson, 313 Mertens Avenue, requesting reimbursement of $5,923 for repairs due to sewer backup be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1273
| A | | claim of R&D Fashions Inc., Roger & Dwana Carson, and Willie Johnson Jr | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of R&D Fashions Inc. for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Claim of R & D Fashions, Inc., 1144 South Memorial Drive, and landlords Roger and Dwana Carson and Willie Johnson Jr. requesting reimbursement of $5,388.81 for repairs and damaged goods due to sewer backup be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1274
| A | | claim of Andrew & Amanda Jordan-Heinowski | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Andrew & Amanda Jordan-Heinowski for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Claim of Andrew and Amanda Jordan-Heinowski, 800 Crab Tree Lane, requesting reimbursement of $6,798 for repairs due to sewer backup be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1275
| A | | claim of James & Amy Ketchum | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of James & Amy Ketchum for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Claim of James and Amy Ketchum, 123 Virginia Street, requesting reimbursement of $20,000 for repairs due to sewer backup be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1277
| A | | claim of Carla Ward | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Carla Ward for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Claim of Carla Ward of Mt. Pleasant is requesting reimbursement of $547.58 for the purchase of a tire and alignment be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1279
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of four Panasonic Toughbook Arbitrator in-squad video cameras.
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of four Panasonic Toughbook Arbitrator in-squad video cameras.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Formal bidding procedures be waived and the purchasing agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with authorized Panasonic vendors for the purchase of (4) four Panasonic Toughbook Arbitrator in-squad video cameras.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 10-22-07: That permission be granted to purchase four Panasonic Toughbook Arbitrator in-squad video cameras.
Fiscal Note: Total cost of equipment shall not exceed $20,000 and the cost defrayed from 2007 Bureau of Justice Assistance Grant. | Referred | |
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07-1279
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of four Panasonic Toughbook Arbitrator in-squad video cameras.
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of four Panasonic Toughbook Arbitrator in-squad video cameras.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Formal bidding procedures be waived and the purchasing agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with authorized Panasonic vendors for the purchase of (4) four Panasonic Toughbook Arbitrator in-squad video cameras.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 10-22-07: That permission be granted to purchase four Panasonic Toughbook Arbitrator in-squad video cameras.
Fiscal Note: Total cost of equipment shall not exceed $20,000 and the cost defrayed from 2007 Bureau of Justice Assistance Grant. | Referred | |
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07-1280
| A | | Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting permission to negotiate and sign an agreement with Automated Pawn System, to provide a collective, searchable database of pawn transactions, in order to comply with Ordinance No. 1-07.
(Also refer to t | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting permission to negotiate and sign an agreement with Automated Pawn System, to provide a collective, searchable database of pawn transactions, in order to comply with Ordinance No. 1-07.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to negotiate and sign an agreement with Automated Pawn System of Minneapolis Minnesota to provide a database of pawn transactions.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 10-22-07: That permission be granted to enter into an agreement with Automated Pawn System, Minneapolis, Minnesota for a database for pawn transactions.
Fiscal Note: There will be no financial impact on the City. | Referred | |
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07-1280
| A | | Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting permission to negotiate and sign an agreement with Automated Pawn System, to provide a collective, searchable database of pawn transactions, in order to comply with Ordinance No. 1-07.
(Also refer to t | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting permission to negotiate and sign an agreement with Automated Pawn System, to provide a collective, searchable database of pawn transactions, in order to comply with Ordinance No. 1-07.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to negotiate and sign an agreement with Automated Pawn System of Minneapolis Minnesota to provide a database of pawn transactions.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 10-22-07: That permission be granted to enter into an agreement with Automated Pawn System, Minneapolis, Minnesota for a database for pawn transactions.
Fiscal Note: There will be no financial impact on the City. | Referred | |
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07-1285
| A | | Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting permission to apply for, and accept, the 2008 Wisconsin Office of justice Assistance Juvenile Accountability Block Grant (Grant Control #2007-049).
(Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committe | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting permission to apply for, and accept, the 2008 Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Juvenile Accountability Block Grant (Grant Control #2007-049).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for and accept a $30,000 grant, from the 2008 Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Juvenile Accountability Block Grant, Grant Control No. 2007-049.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 10-22-07: That permission be granted to accept the 2008 Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Juvenile Accountability Grant.
Fiscal Note: $15,000 match is required and will be supplied by Safe Haven. | Referred | |
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07-1285
| A | | Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting permission to apply for, and accept, the 2008 Wisconsin Office of justice Assistance Juvenile Accountability Block Grant (Grant Control #2007-049).
(Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committe | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting permission to apply for, and accept, the 2008 Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Juvenile Accountability Block Grant (Grant Control #2007-049).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for and accept a $30,000 grant, from the 2008 Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Juvenile Accountability Block Grant, Grant Control No. 2007-049.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 10-22-07: That permission be granted to accept the 2008 Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Juvenile Accountability Grant.
Fiscal Note: $15,000 match is required and will be supplied by Safe Haven. | Referred | |
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07-1252
| A | | Transfer of 1718 S. Memorial Drive to the City of Racine for storm water management purposes. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Redevelopment Authority regarding the transfer of 1718 S. Memorial Drive to the City of Racine for storm water management purposes.
Recommendation: The property designated as Tax ID #16850015, 1718 S. Memorial Drive, be transferred from the Redevelopment Authority to the City of Racine and maintained by the Department of Public Works through its Stormwater Utility.
Fiscal Note: This property is a bio-remediation stormwater pond. Subsequently, funds are available in the Stormwater Utility to provide the required maintenance to this facility. | Referred | |
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07-1253
| A | | Lease agreement with James J. Mauer for use of river frontage at the terminus of Superior Street at the Root River. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer regarding the lease agreement with James J. Mauer for use of river frontage at the terminus of Superior Street at the Root River.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a lease agreement with Peter R. Mauer for use of 60 lineal feet of river frontage at the terminus of Superior Street at the Root River, including the right-of-way to the south line of Liberty Street excepting that portion which is utilized by CNH, Inc. as a driveway entrance, for a three-year period from January 1, 2008 to December 31, 2010 subject to the terms and conditions contained in the lease agreement dated April 14, 2000, except that the yearly annual rental shall be increased by 3% per year beginning with a rental rate due in January 2008 of $728.85.
Fiscal Note: This agreement will result in approximately $2,250.00 in revenue to the City of Racine over the three-year period. | Referred | |
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07-1261
| A | | Sidewalk variance at 2100 Douglas Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from D.N. Sterling Co., 2100 Douglas Avenue, requesting a variance for a depressed sidewalk.
Recommendation: Permission be granted to the property owner of 2100 Douglas Avenue for the installation of a depressed sidewalk.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine for the installation of this depressed sidewalk. | Referred | |
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07-1281
| A | | Final payment on Contract 44-05 (K5-051), Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 44-05 (K5-051), Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: The work of Bane-Nelson, Inc., under Contract 44-05 (K5-051), Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $136,641.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 6919, dated March 7, 2006. | Referred | |
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07-1259
| A | | The Waterfront Grill (Sand Pipers Waterfront Grill), Lori A. Medendorp, Agent, for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 303 Dodge Street. (4th District) | Communication | Subject: Application of The Waterfront Grill (Sand Pipers Waterfront Grill), Lori A. Medendorp, Agent, for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 303 Dodge Street. (4th District) | Referred | |
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07-1268
| A | | Simone Enterprises, LLC., Harinder Kaur, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage license for 1223 Eleventh Street. (1st District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Simone Enterprises, LLC., Harinder Kaur, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage license for 1223 Eleventh Street. (1st District) | Referred | |
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07-1282
| A | | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with Public Safety & Licensing Committee for approval of the extension of the Zoological Society contract. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with Public Safety & Licensing Committee for approval of the extension of the Zoological Society contract.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 10-22-07: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a seven year extension for the Zoological Society contract.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a seven year extension for the Zoological Society contract at the current annual amount of $550,000 (no increase in years 2011 and 2012).
Fiscal Note: $550,000 annually for each of the seven years should be appropriated from account 101.740.5610, Zoological Professional Services, $32,000 maintenance fee each year should be appropriated from account 107.740.5550, Zoo Maintenance and Repairs. | Referred | |
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07-1248
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the August 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the August 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System bus service.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1250
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the September 2007 operating and financial report for the Wisconsin Coach Lines, Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the September 2007 operating and financial report for the Wisconsin Coach Lines, Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1278
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss weekend service improvements to routes and schedules of the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss weekend service improvements to routes and schedules of the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: The weekend service improvements on the Belle Urban System as presented in the report dated October 23, 2007, be adopted, effective January 5, 2008.
Fiscal Note: Funds are included in the 2008 Belle Urban System operating budget to accommodate the changes. | Referred | |
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07-1262
| A | | Recommended allocation of 2007 Emergency Shelter Grant (ESF) funds. | Communication | Subject: Communication transmitting the Homeless Assistance Coalition's recommended allocation of 2007 Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) funds.
Recommendation of Community Development Committee on 10-25-07: To approve the allocation of 2007 Emergency Shelter Grant funds as recommended by the Homeless Assistance Coaltion.
Further to authorize and direct the appropriate City officials to execute and submit the appropriate documents on the City's behalf to secure the City's 2007 Emergency Shelter Grant funds.
Further to authorize the appropriate City officials to execute third-party agreements with agencies approved for use of the 2007 Emergency Shelter Grant funds.
Fiscal Note: An Emergency Shelter Grant of $88,000 has been awarded to the City. | Referred | |
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07-1260
| A | | Participation Agreement for Formation of Cable Legislation Group | Communication | Subject: Participation Agreement for Formation of Cable Legislation Group | Referred | |
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07-1202
| A | | claim of Maria Rodriguez | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Maria Rodriguez for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-08-07: The claim of Maria Rodriguez, 1307 1/2 Summit Avenue be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1203
| A | | claim of HM Investments of Racine, LLC | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of HM Investments of Racine, LLC for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-08-07: The claim of HM Investments of Racine, LLC be settled in the amount of $7,334.64.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.990.5910, Judgments and Claims. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1227
| A | | Funds Transfer Request for Computer Hardware Upgrade to Support New Phoenix RMS/CAD Software | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief wishing to transfer funds to cover the acquisition of computer hardware in order to support the new Windows XP-based Phoenix RMS/CAD software.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-08-07: To approve a transfer of $7,000 from Account 101.300.5030 (Overtime) to Account 101.300.5820 (Computer Hardware) to cover the acquisition of computer hardware in order to support the new Windows XP-based Phoenix RMS/CAD software.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Overtime Account (101.300.5030) to accomodate this request. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1243
| A | | 2006 Audited Financial Reports | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Kathleen Fischer, Assistant Finance Director wishing to submit and review the 2006 Audited Financial Reports.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-08-07: The item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0674
| A | | River Bend Lofts, LLC purchase of air space rights | Communication | Subject: Request from River Bend Lofts, LLC to acquire the air space property interest in the space over the Racine Street right-of-way, pursuant to Wis. Stat. 66.0915(4).
This request is for rights above and beyond those approved under Resolution 06-7197.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an Air Space Easement Agreement with River Bend Lofts LLC for the construction and placement of balconies above the public right-of-way on Racine Street between 6th Street and 8th Street, as requested, in accordance with State Statute 66.0915(4), Air Rights.
Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0812
| A | | Final payment on Contract 8-07 (K7-008), 2007 Parking Ramp Maintenance, RAM Building Restoration & Waterproofing LLC, contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a final payment request on Contract 8-07 (K7-008), 2007 Parking Ramp Maintenance, RAM Building Restoration & Waterproofing LLC, contractor.
Recommendation: The work done by RAM Building Restoration & Waterproofing, LLC, under Contract 8-07 (K7-00819), 2007 Parking Ramp Maintenance, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $154,185.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 07-0074, dated February 21, 2007. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1144
| A | | New street lighting for 700/800 block of Kentucky Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting the installation of a new street light in the 700/800 block of Kentucky Street.
Recommendation: In accordance with Section 2-94 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, the following street lighting changes be approved: Install one (1) 100-watt high-pressure sodium street in the 700/800 block of Kentucky Street.
Fiscal Note: The estimated installation cost of this lighting is $200.00 for installation and the annual operating cost is $130.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1162
| A | | Street light in 1400 block of Ostergaard Ave. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 14th District requesting a street light in the 1400 block of Ostergaard Avenue.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1189
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 25-07 (K7-029), 2007 Concrete Street Reconstruction | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 25-07 (K7-029), 2007 Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: Change Order No. 1 on Contract 25-07 (K7-029), 2007 Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $255,514.31.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts:
$201,402.53 - Account 987.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Locations
$ 19,483.54 - Account 104.987.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Locations
$ 25,820.80 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer Construction
$ 1,227.44 - Account 987.590.5010, Replace City Circuits
$ 7,580.00 - Wastewater Utility
$255,514.31 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1192
| A | | Sidewalk repair extension request for 2629 Washington Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Shirl Smith, 2629 Washington Avenue, requesting an extension of time to complete sidewalk repairs.
Recommendation: That an extension of time to September 1, 2008 be granted to the property owner of 2629 Washington Avenue to complete sidewalk repairs with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A certificate of liability insurance be filed with the City Attorney's office.
B. A $50.00 sidewalk extension fee be paid.
Further recommends that if the work is not completed by September 1, 2008, the City of Racine will proceed with the work.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1195
| A | | Vacation of city right-of-way at 3413 Rapids Drive. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Landmark Credit Union requesting the vacation of city right-of-way at 3413 Rapids Drive.
Recommendation: Since public interest requires it, that the following parcel of land, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued:
Parts of Lots 3 and 4 and all of Lots 5 and 6 of Block 5 in "FOX ESTATE SUBDIVISION NO. 2" being a subdivision of a part of the Northeast 1/4 and the Southeast 1/4 of Section 6, Township 3 North, Range 23 East, in the City of Racine, County of Racine, State of Wisconsin.
Further recommends that a preliminary resolution be introduced to the Common Council and referred to the City Plan Commission.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1223
| A | | Downtown Racine Corp. request to close streets for Holiday Parade on 11-10-07. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting permission to close city streets for the annual Holiday Parade on November 10, 2007.
Recommendation: Permission be granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Main Street between State Street and Sixth Street, and Sixth Street between Main Street and City Hall, on Saturday, November 10, 2007, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., for their annual Downtown Holiday Parade on the following conditions:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D. Sponsor shall notify all abutting property occupants 72 hours in advance of the event.
E. The sponsor shall be responsible for the signing of the necessary detours for
the State Highway route.
F. The sponsor shall pay a $750 special event fee.
Further recommend that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide any necessary assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement th | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1234
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-07 (K7-020), 2007 Sidewalk Construction, Phase I, | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-07 (K7-020), 2007 Sidewalk Construction, Phase I, D.C. Burbach, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-07 (K7-020), 2007 Sidewalk Construction, Phase 1, D.C. Burbach, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the credit amount of $5,099.05.
Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 1 will result in a decrease in the contract price. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1238
| A | | Change Order No. 6 on Contract 24-06 (K6-025), Concrete Street Reconstruction and Paving | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 6 on Contract 24-06 (K6-025), Concrete Street Reconstruction and Paving, Milwaukee General Construction Company, contractor.
Recommendation: That Change Order No. 6 on Contract 24-06 (K6-025), Concrete Street Reconstruction and Paving, Milwaukee General Construction Company, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the credit amount of $23,620.00.
Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 6 will result in a decrease in the contract price. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1245
| A | | Change Order No. 3 to Contract 1-07 (K7-001), City Hall Renovations - Phase I, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 3 to Contract 1-07 (K7-001), City Hall Renovations - Phase I, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: That Change Order No. 3 to Contract 1-07 (K7-001), City Hall Renovations - Phase I, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $1,738.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 986.100.5010, City Hall Facility Plan Implementation.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1246
| A | | Change Order No. 4 to Contract 46-06 (K6-049), City Hall Data Center Improvements, Ricchio, Inc., contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 4 to Contract 46-06 (K6-049), City Hall Data Center Improvements, Ricchio, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: Change Order No. 4 on Contract 46-06 (K6-049), City Hall Data Center Improvements, Ricchio, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $6,598.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 987.100.5030, City Hall-IS Computer Room HVAC.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1197
| A | | Oakland Food Service Management, Inc., Joseph D. Oakland, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intociating Liquor License for 555 Main Street. (1st District) | Communication | Subject: Application of Oakland Food Service Management, Inc., Joseph D. Oakland, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intociating Liquor License for 555 Main Street. (1st District) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1218
| A | | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety & Licensing Committee to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber SC to prepare a property survey of N. Owen Davies Park. | Communication | Subject:Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety & Licensing Committee to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber SC to prepare a property survey of N. Owen Davies Park.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 10-08-07: That the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be granted permission to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber SC to prepare a property survey of N. Owen Davies Park.
Fiscal Note: The cost is not to exceed $5,640.00 plus reimbursable costs and funds are available in an account presently being prepared by the Finance Department. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1219
| A | | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee for permission to enter into an agreement with Southern Wisconsin Appraisal to conduct an appraisal of properties for the Zoological | Communication | Subject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee for permission to enter into an agreement with Southern Wisconsin Appraisal to conduct an appraisal of properties for the Zoological Society Entrance Complex Project.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-08-07: That the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be granted permission to enter into an agreement with Southern Wisconsin Appraisal to conduct an appraisal of properties for the Zoological Society Entrance Complex Project.
Fiscal Note: The cost is not to exceed $5,500.00 plus reimbursable costs and funds are available in account # 987-740-5030 Entrance Complex. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1226
| A | | Clinical Affiliation Agreement with Waukesha County Technical College and Racine Fire Department for Precepting Paramedic Students | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Clinical Affiliation Agreement with Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) to provide precepting of paramedic students at the Racine Fire Department.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-08-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter in a Clinical Affiliation Agreement with Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) to provide precepting of paramedic students at the Racine Fire Department from November 1, 2007 through December 31, 2008.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-08-07: The purchasing agent be authorized and directed to enter in a Clinical Affiliation Agreement with Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) to provide precepting of paramedic students at the Racine Fire Department from November 1, 2007 through December 31, 2008.
Fiscal Note: WCTC would reimburse the Fire Department $1.50 per hour for each student that is precepted, up to 250 hours per student; and the depa | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1228
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Kurt S. Wahlen requesting authorization for the purchase of a personnel transport vehicle for the department's Special Investigations Unit. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Kurt S. Wahlen requesting authorization for the purchase of a personnel transport vehicle for the department's Special Investigations Unit.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-08-07: Permission granted for Chief Wahlen to purchase a personnel transport vehicle for the department's Special Investigations Unit.
Fiscal Note: Funds up to the amount of $50,000 to defray the purchase of requested vehicle and related equipment are available in Account 241.000.5780. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1111
| A | | Monthly report for the sale of abandoned vehicles for September 20, 2007 | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the monthly report for the sale of abandoned vehicles for September 20, 2007 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1127
| A | | CUP - auto body repair at 2617 Lathrop Avenue | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Kim Lunderskov and Nancy Foster representing Maaco seeking a conditional use permit at 2617 Lathrop Avenue to accommodate an auto body repair and painting facility.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 9-26-07: That the item be deferred.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 10-10-07: That the request by Kim Lunderskov and Nancy Foster representing Maaco seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto body repair and painting facility at 2617 Lathrop Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans received August 27 2007 and presented to the Plan Commission on September 26, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That all vapors, fluids and dust be contained and disposed of according to all applicable regulations.
d. That there shall be no vehicle sales or salvage at this location.
e. That all employee and customer parking shall be contained on site, or su | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1254
| A | | Amend CUP to establish a teen dance club at 522-8th St. | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Michael Rosales of "The Bricks" seeking to amend the conditional use permit for the Century Market mixed use development to establish a teen dance club at 522-6th Street.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 10-10-07: That the request by Michael Rosales of “Bricks” seeking to amend the conditional use permit for the Century Market mixed use development to establish a teen dance club at 522 - 6th Street be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans received September 12, 2007 and presented to the Plan Commission on October 10, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That the minimum age limit of patrons shall be those who have attained the age of 16 years. The intended market will be those persons who have attained the age of 16 to 21 years of age.
d. That the days and hours of the teen dance club be limited to Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 9:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1255
| A | | CUP - Starbucks drive-thru at 2805 S. Green Bay Rd | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Dave Herbeck of Clubhouse of Wisconsin seeking a conditional use permit for a Starbucks Coffee with drive-thru at 2805 S. Green Bay Road.
RECOMMENDATION OF CITY PLAN COMMISSION ON 10-10-07: That the request by Dave Herbeck of Clubhouse of Wisconsin seeking a conditional use permit for a Starbucks Coffee with drive-thru at 2805 S. Green Bay Road be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 10, 2007 be approved, subject to the following conditions.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be applied for.
c. That all signs be professionally made, comply with the zoning ordinance and Regency Mall standards, and be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval prior to installation.
d. That the hours of operation be from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., daily.
e. That a detailed landscape plan be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. Landscaping shall be installed | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1256
| A | | Zoning at 2415 Douglas Ave (Djuricic). | Zoning Item | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Chris and Aleisha Djuricic seeking to rezone the property at 2415 Douglas Avenue from R-3 Limited General Residence District to R-3 with a FD Flex Development Overlay District.
RECOMMENDATION OF CITY PLAN COMMISSION ON 10-10-07: That an ordinance and flex resolution be prepared and a public hearing scheduled.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1283
| A | | Communication nominating appointments | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappointments to the following Committees and Commissions for the City of Racine:
Waterworks Commission:
Reappoint Alderman Ron Hart for a one-year term ending in October 2008.
Reappoint Alderman Tom Friedel for a one-year term ending in October 2008.
Appoint Jeff Pellogrom, 555 Main Street, for a four-year term ending in October 2011.
Wastewater Commission:
Reappoint Alderman Ron Hart for a one-year term ending in October 2008.
Reappoint Alderman Tom Friedel for a one-year term ending in October 2008.
Reappoint Jeff Pellogrom, 555 Main Street, for a four-year term ending in October 2011.
Reappoint Roberto Garza, 1909 N. Wisconsin Street, as an alternate for a one-year term ending in October 2008.
Business Improvement District - West Racine:
Reappoint Alderman Aron Wisneski for a one-year term ending in December 2008.
Reappoint Jim Spangenberg, 3219 Washington Avenue for a three-year term (property owner representative) ending in December 2010.
Business Improvement District - Uptown:
Appoint Guy S | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1168
| A | | WI Coastal Management | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for grant funds in the amount of $1000 from UW Parkside. (Grant Control #2007-045)
(Also refer to the Board of Health.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-08-07: That the Public Health Administrator be authorized to apply for grant funds in the amount of $1000 from UW Parkside. (Grant Control #2007-045).
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 10-09-07: That the Public Health Administrator be authorized to apply for grant funds in the amount of $1000 from UW Parkside. (Grant Control #2007-045).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0876
| A | | Resolution to expand current recycling rules to include public and private events. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District wishing to draft a resolution to expand current recycling rules to include public and private events.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on 8-8-07 and 9-12-07: Defer
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Public Works & Services Committee on 8-14-07, 8-28-07, 9-11-07 and 9-25-07: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works & Services Committee on 10-9-07: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 10-10-07: that the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1118
| A | | Jingle Bell Run | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Co-Race Director of the Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis Racine 2007 requesting permission to use City right-of-way on Saturday, December 8, 2007.
Recommendation: Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis be granted permission to close Island Park Drive from Liberty Street to Rupert Boulevard and Horlick Park Drive from Rupert Boulevard to 12th Street for the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis, to be held on Saturday, December 8, 2007, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay a special event fee of $300.00.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will b | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1241
| A | | Review of consultant proposals to conduct the Northside Reconnaissance Survey. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Review of consultant proposals to conduct the Northside Reconnaissance Survey.
Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation Commission of 10-08-07: That the firm of Mead & Hunt be selected to conduct the Northside Reconnaissance Survey for a cost of $16,443.00.
Further, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into an agreement with Mead & Hunt to conduct the Northside Reconnaissance Survey.
Fiscal Note: All consulting cost are reimbursed by a Wisconsin Historical Society sub-grant. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1023
| A | | Communication transmitting an Analysis of Impediments and Action Plan for fair housing in the City. | Communication | Subject: Communication transmitting an Analysis of Impediments and Action Plan for fair housing in the City.
Recommendation of Affirmative Action and Human Rights Commission on 10-11-07: That the Common Council accept the report presented to the Affirmative Action/Human Relations Commission on October 11, 2007 as the official Analysis of Impediments for the City of Racine and adopt the memorandum presented to the Commission on October 11, 2007 as the City's Fair Housing Action Plan.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.07-0442
| A | | Permission to apply for grant funds from UW Parkside | Resolution | Permission to apply for grant funds from UW Parkside
Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be authorized to apply for grant funds in the amount of $1000 from UW Parkside for the Wisconsin Coastal Management Grant Program for developing innovative educational programs and research agendas to implement at the Root River Environmental Education Community Center. The contract period is October 24, 2007 through June 30, 2008. (Grant Control #2007-045).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0443
| A | | Settlement of claim for repairs to sewer main | Resolution | Settlement of claim for repairs to sewer main
Resolved, that the claim of HM Investments of Racine, LLC., for repair expenses to the sewer main adjacent to 1918 Slauson Avenue be settled in the amount of $7,334.64.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.990.5910, Judgment and Claims. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0444
| A | | Enter into a Clinical Affiliation Agreement with Waukesha County Technical College | Resolution | Enter into a Clinical Affiliation Agreement with Waukesha County Technical College
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter in a Clinical Affiliation Agreement with Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) to provide precepting of paramedic students at the Racine Fire Department from November 1, 2007 through December 31, 2008.
Fiscal Note: WCTC would reimburse the Fire Department $1.50 per hour for each student that is precepted, up to 250 hours per student; and the department would in turn pay $1.00 per hour to Fire Department paramedics doing the precepting. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0445
| A | | Transfer of funds for Fire Department | Resolution | Transfer of funds for Fire Department
Resolved, that the transfer of funds in the amount of $7,000 from Account 101.300.5030, Overtime, to Account 101.300.5820, Computer Hardware, to cover the acquisition of computer hardware in order to support the new Windows XP-based Phoenix RMS/CAD software be approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Overtime Account (101.300.5030) to accommodate this request. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0446
| A | | Permission to purchase a transport vehicle for the Police Department's Special Investigations Unit | Resolution | Permission to purchase a transport vehicle for the Police Department's Special Investigations Unit
Resolved, that the Chief of Police be authorized and directed to purchase a personnel transport vehicle for the department's Special Investigations Unit.
Fiscal Note: Funds up to the amount of $50,000 to defray the purchase of the requested vehicle and related equipment are available in Account 241.000.5780. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0447
| A | | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE BORROWING OF $7,640,000; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF General Obligation Refunding Bonds, SERIES 2007A, THEREFOR; AND LEVYING A TAX IN CONNECTION THEREWITH | Resolution | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE BORROWING OF $7,610,000; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2007A, THEREFOR; AND LEVYING A TAX IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "City") hereby finds and determines that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to raise funds for the purpose of paying the cost of refunding certain outstanding obligations of the City, to wit: $7,500,000 Note Anticipation Notes, dated July 30, 2007 (the "2007 Notes") (hereinafter the refinancing of the City's 2007 Notes shall be referred to as the "Refunding"), and there are insufficient funds on hand to pay said costs; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council deems it to be necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to refund the 2007 Notes for the purpose of providing permanent financing for the projects financed by the 2007 Notes; and
WHEREAS, cities are authorized by the provisions of Chapter 67 of the Wisconsin Statutes to borrow money and to issue general obligation refun | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0448
| A | | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE BORROWING OF $6,370,000; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2007B, THEREFOR; AND LEVYING A TAX IN CONNECTION THEREWITH | Resolution | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE BORROWING OF $6,325,000; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2007B, THEREFOR; AND LEVYING A TAX IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "City") hereby finds and determines that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to raise funds for the purpose of paying the cost of refunding certain outstanding obligations of the City, to wit: General Obligation Refunding Bonds (TIF No. 7), dated June 1, 1993 maturing in the years 2008 through 2012 (the "TIF No. 7 Bonds") and General Obligation Refunding Bonds (TIF No. 8), dated June 1, 1993, maturing in the years 2008 through 2012 (the "TIF No. 8 Bonds") (collectively, the "Refunded Obligations") (hereinafter the refinancing of the Refunded Obligations shall be referred to as the "Refunding"), and there are insufficient funds on hand to pay said costs; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council deems it to be necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to refund the Refunded Oblig | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0449
| A | | Agreement for appraisals of properties for Zoological Society Entrance Complex Project | Resolution | Agreement for appraisals of properties for Zoological Society Entrance Complex Project
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Southern Wisconsin Appraisal to conduct an appraisal of properties for the Zoological Society Entrance Complex Project.
Fiscal Note: The cost is not to exceed $5,500.00 plus reimbursable costs, and funds are available in account 987.740.5030, Entrance Complex. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0450
| A | | Agreement for property survey of N. Owen Davies Park | Resolution | Agreement for property survey of N. Owen Davies Park
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber SC to prepare a property survey of N. Owen Davies Park.
Fiscal Note: The cost is not to exceed $5,640.00 plus reimbursable costs, and funds are available in an account presently being prepared by the Finance Department. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0451
| A | | Agreement for Northside Reconnaissance Survey | Resolution | Agreement for Northside Reconnaissance Survey
Resolved, that the firm of Mead & Hunt be selected to conduct the Northside Reconnaissance Survey for a cost of $16,443.00.
Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Mead & Hunt to conduct the Northside Reconnaissance Survey.
Fiscal Note: All consulting cost are reimbursed by a Wisconsin Historical Society sub-grant. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0452
| A | | Permission for Downtown Holiday Parade | Resolution | Permission for Downtown Holiday Parade
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Main Street between State Street and Sixth Street, and Sixth Street between Main Street and City Hall, on Saturday, November 10, 2007, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., for their annual Downtown Holiday Parade on the following conditions:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D. Sponsor shall notify all abutting property occupants 72 hours in advance of the event.
E. The sponsor shall be responsible for the signing of the necessary detours for
the State Highway route.
F. The sponsor shall pay a $750 special event fee.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide any necessary assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs incurred on a regular shift basis to provide limited assist | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0453
| A | | Extension for sidewalk repairs and hold harmless agreement | Resolution | Extension for sidewalk repairs and hold harmless agreement
Resolved, that an extension of time to September 1, 2008 be granted to the property owner of 2629 Washington Avenue to complete sidewalk repairs with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A certificate of liability insurance be filed with the City Attorney's office.
B. A $50.00 sidewalk extension fee be paid.
Further resolved, that if the work is not completed by September 1, 2008, the City of Racine will proceed with the work and assess the costs to the property owner.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0454
| A | | Vacation of city right-of-way at 3413 Rapids Drive | Resolution | Vacation of city right-of-way at 3413 Rapids Drive
Resolved, that since public interest requires it, that the following parcel of land, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued:
"Parts of Lots 3 and 4 and all of Lots 5 and 6 of Block 5 in "FOX ESTATE SUBDIVISION NO. 2" being a subdivision of a part of the Northeast 1/4 and the Southeast 1/4 of Section 6, Township 3 North, Range 23 East, in the City of Racine, County of Racine, State of Wisconsin."
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Res.07-0455
| A | | Enter into Air Space Easement Agreement with River Bend Lofts LLC | Resolution | Enter into Air Space Easement Agreement with River Bend Lofts LLC
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an Air Space Easement Agreement with River Bend Lofts LLC for the construction and placement of balconies above the public right-of-way on Racine Street between 6th Street and 8th Street, as requested, in accordance with Wis. Stat. sec. 66.0915(4), Air Rights.
Further resolved, that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0456
| A | | Final payment for 2007 Parking Ramp Maintenance | Resolution | Final payment for 2007 Parking Ramp Maintenance
Resolved, that the work done by RAM Building Restoration & Waterproofing, LLC, under Contract 8-07 (K7-00819), 2007 Parking Ramp Maintenance, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $154,185.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 07-0074, dated February 21, 2007. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0457
| A | | Change Order No. 3 to contract for City Hall Renovations - Phase 1 | Resolution | Change Order No. 3 to contract for City Hall Renovations - Phase 1
Resolved, that Change Order No. 3 to Contract 1-07 (K7-001), City Hall Renovations - Phase I, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $1,738.00.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 986.100.5010, City Hall Facility Plan Implementation.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0458
| A | | Change Order No. 4 to contract for City Hall Data Center Improvements | Resolution | Change Order No. 4 to contract for City Hall Data Center Improvements
Resolved, that Change Order No. 4 on Contract 46-06 (K6-049), City Hall Data Center Improvements, Ricchio, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $6,598.00.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 987.100.5030, City Hall-IS Computer Room HVAC.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0459
| A | | Change Order No. 6 on contract for Concrete Street Reconstruction and Paving | Resolution | Change Order No. 6 on contract for Concrete Street Reconstruction and Paving
Resolved, that Change Order No. 6 on Contract 24-06 (K6-025), Concrete Street Reconstruction and Paving, Milwaukee General Construction Company, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the credit
amount of $23,620.00.
Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 6 will result in a decrease in the contract price. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0460
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on 2007 Sidewalk Contraction, Phase 1 | Resolution | Change Order No. 1 on 2007 Sidewalk Contraction, Phase 1
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-07 (K7-020), 2007 Sidewalk Construction, Phase 1, D.C. Burbach, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the credit amount of $5,099.05.
Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 1 will result in a decrease in the contract price. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0461
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on contract for 2007 Concrete Street Reconstruction | Resolution | Change Order No. 1 on contract for 2007 Concrete Street Reconstruction
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 25-07 (K7-029), 2007 Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $255,514.31.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts:
$201,402.53 - Account 987.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Locations
$ 19,483.54 - Account 104.987.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Locations
$ 25,820.80 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer Construction
$ 1,227.44 - Account 987.590.5010, Replace City Circuits
$ 7,580.00 - Wastewater Utility
$255,514.31 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0462
| A | | Permission for Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis | Resolution | Permission for Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis
Resolved, that Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis be granted permission to close Island Park Drive from Liberty Street to Rupert Boulevard and Horlick Park Drive from Rupert Boulevard to 12th Street for the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis, to be held on Saturday, December 8, 2007, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay a special event fee of $300.00.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event. There is a $300.00 special e | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0463
| A | | Conditional Use Permit for 2617 Lathrop Avenue | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 2617 Lathrop Avenue
Resolved, that the request by Kim Lunderskov and Nancy Foster representing Maaco seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto body repair and painting facility at 2617 Lathrop Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans received August 27, 2007 and presented to the Plan Commission on September 26, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That all vapors, fluids and dust be contained and disposed of according to all applicable regulations.
d. That there shall be no vehicle sales or salvage at this location.
e. That all employee and customer parking shall be contained on site, or suitable arrangements be made to accommodate off-street parking at other locations by written agreement with the property owner. Said agreement shall be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval prior to the commencement of parking.
f. That only s | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0464
| A | | Conditional Use Permit for 522 - 6th Street | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 522 - 6th Street
Resolved, that the request by Michael Rosales of “Bricks” seeking to amend the conditional use permit for the Century Market mixed use development to establish a teen dance club at 522 - 6th Street be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans received September 12, 2007 and presented to the Plan Commission on October 10, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That the minimum age limit of patrons shall be those who have attained the age of 16 years. The intended market will be those persons who have attained the age of 16 to 21 years of age.
d. That the days and hours of the teen dance club be limited to Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 9:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. with minors being barred from the facility after 10:45 p.m. in order to facilitate patron and business compliance with Article XV. Sec 66-396, Curfew for Minors, Hours, City of Racine Municipal Code.
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Res.07-0465
| A | | Conditional Use Permit for 2805 S. Green Bay Road | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 2805 S. Green Bay Road
Resolved, that the request by Dave Herbeck of Clubhouse of Wisconsin seeking a conditional use permit for a Starbucks Coffee with drive-thru at 2805 S. Green Bay Road be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 10, 2007 be approved, subject to the following conditions.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be applied for.
c. That all signs be professionally made, comply with the zoning ordinance and Regency Mall standards, and be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval prior to installation.
d. That the hours of operation be from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., daily.
e. That a detailed landscape plan be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. Landscaping shall be installed in accordance with the approved plans and prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit, unless a letter of credit, equal to the value of the landscaping, is submitte | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0466
| A | | Accept report as the official Analysis of Impediments for the City of Racine and adopt memorandum as presented to the Affirmative Action/Human Relations Commission | Resolution | Accept report as the official Analysis of Impediments for the City of Racine and adopt memorandum as presented to the Affirmative Action/Human Relations Commission
Resolved, that the Common Council accepts the report presented to the Affirmative Action/Human Relations Commission on October 11, 2007 as the official Analysis of Impediments for the City of Racine, and adopts the memorandum presented to the Commission on October 11, 2007 as the City’s Fair Housing Action Plan.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | |
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ZOrd.0007-07
| A | | An Ordinance to rezone 2415 Douglas Avenue | Zoning Ordinance | An Ordinance to rezone 2415 Douglas Avenue
To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
That the parcel of property located at 2415 Douglas Avenue, and more particularly described as follows:
"That parcel located in the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 5, T.3.N.R. 23E., Orttel's Division, Block 1, Lot 5 as recorded in the office of the Racine County Register of Deed's Office. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin."
be rezoned from "R-3" Limited General Residence District, to "R-3" Limited General Residence District with an FD Flex Development Overlay District, and designated as Supplement No. _____, which Supplement is hereby made a part of this ordinance.
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved:
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Mayor
Attest:
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: | Referred | |
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Ord.20-07
| A | | Ordinance No. 20-07
To repeal and recreate Chapter 98, Article III, Division 4 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Water Utility - Impact Fee. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 20-07
To repeal and recreate Chapter 98, Article III, Division 4 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Water Utility - Impact Fee.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Chapter 98, Article III, Division 4 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed and recreated to read as follows:
“DIVISION 4. IMPACT FEE
Sec. 98-83. Definitions.
For the purpose of this division, the following phrases have the meaning stated:
Capital cost means the capital costs to construct, expand or improve public facilities, including the cost of land, and including legal, engineering and design costs to construct, expand or improve public facilities, except that not more than 10% of capital costs may consist of legal, engineering and design costs unless the City can demonstrate that its legal, engineering and design costs which relate directly to the public improvement for which the impact fees were imposed exceed 10% of capital costs. Capital costs does not include other noncapital costs to construct, expand | Referred | |
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Ord.21-07
| A | | Ordinance No. 21-07
To amend Section 66-2(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Acts constituting offenses under chapter; penalties. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 21-07
To amend Section 66-2(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Acts constituting offenses under chapter; penalties.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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Section 66-2(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following at the end:
“(3) Is the holder of a license to sell alcohol and/or tobacco, if the offense concerns the sale of alcohol to a person under the age of 21 or the sale of tobacco to a person under the age of 18.”
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This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved:
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Mayor
Attest:
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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